10 Results forGeneral Surgeons near Cartersville, GA
Learn more about General Surgeons and how to choose the right one for you
Learn more about General Surgeons
A general surgeon specializes in the surgical care of diseases, injuries and deformities affecting the abdomen, breasts, digestive tract, endocrine system, and skin. General surgeons treat many conditions affecting adults and children, including appendicitis, bowel obstruction, breast and colon cancer, gallstones, hernias, and pancreatitis.
A general surgeon typically:
- Evaluates the patient's medical history and determines if surgery is necessary
- Teaches patients the surgical procedure to be performed, how to prepare for surgery, and what to expect during recovery
- Orders and interprets laboratory and imaging tests and prescribes medications
- Performs exploratory procedures, such as endoscopy, colonoscopy and laparoscopy
- Performs a variety of surgeries, such as appendectomy, weight loss surgery, bowel obstruction repair, gallbladder removal, hemorrhoid repair, hernia repair, mastectomy, and thyroidectomy
General surgeons may also be known by their area of expertise, such as gastrointestinal surgeon, cancer surgeon, or trauma surgeon. General surgeons may also be referred to simply as a surgeon.
There are 10 specialists practicing General Surgery in Cartersville, GA with an overall average rating of 4.0 stars. There are 9 hospitals near Cartersville, GA with affiliated General Surgery specialists, including Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center, Emory University Hospital Midtown and Emory University Hospital.
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Dr. Gregory McDonald, MD
Specialty: General Surgery150 Gentilly BlvdCartersville, GA 301201.4 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Thomas Gilbert Sr, MD
Specialty: General Surgery150 Gentilly BlvdCartersville, GA 301201.4 miles awayNeed a Telehealth Visit?Healthgrades Can Help.
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Specialty: General Surgery960 Joe Frank Harris Pkwy SECartersville, GA 301202.5 miles awayDr. Anit Vettukattil, MD
Specialty: General Surgery4450 Calibre Xing NW Ste 1110Acworth, GA 301017.2 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Low wait times
Dr. Neysa Coker, MD
Specialty: General Surgery85 Golf Crest Dr Ste 209Acworth, GA 301018.2 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. John Simmons II, MD
Specialty: General Surgery150 Gentilly BlvdCartersville, GA 301201.4 miles awayDr. Thomas Pearson, MD
Specialty: General Surgery4791 S Main StAcworth, GA 301019.7 miles awayDr. Christian Larsen, MD
Specialty: General Surgery4791 S Main StAcworth, GA 301019.7 miles awayDr. Scott Daniel, MD
Specialty: General Surgery970 Joe Frank Harris Pkwy SE Ste 240Cartersville, GA 301202.5 miles awayDr. Emerson Cochran, MD
Specialty: General Surgery309 E MAIN STCartersville, GA 301200.3 miles away